Multimedia Director

Level: Senior | Work Location: On-Site, San Diego, CA

ABOUT THE ROLE: Red Carrot is seeking a Senior Multimedia Director to serve on a federal multimedia and public affairs support contract. This role holds creative authority over all multimedia projects for the customer, translating complex maritime operational concepts and leadership messaging into compelling visual stories across video, digital, social, and print platforms. The Multimedia Director leads the full production cycle, from concept and storyboarding through field cinematography, audio capture, post-production, and asset management, often in fast-paced shipboard and field environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Exercise independent artistic judgment, creative control, and design authority over the concept, pacing, tone, and visual narrative of all customer multimedia projects Translate complex maritime operational concepts, leadership messaging, and public affairs-approved stories into engaging visual campaigns across digital, print, and video platforms Design and direct short-form and long-form visual assets, maintaining brand integrity, message alignment, and visual consistency across DVIDS, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and web channels Build platform-specific products using vertical (9:16) and square aspect ratios and engagement-focused editing techniques for mobile-first audiences Lead pre-production, including campaign concepts, storyboards, creative briefs, shot lists, and production logistics Apply advanced cinematography, lighting design, and camera movement, including composition, depth of field, and three-point studio and field lighting setups, to achieve specific emotional and narrative impact Direct and capture broadcast-quality field and studio audio using lavalier systems, shotgun microphones, and multi-channel external recorders Lead post-production in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, including sequencing, sound design, noise reduction, EQ balancing, custom motion graphics, and color correction and grading Establish and maintain digital asset management practices, including file organization, metadata tagging, standardized naming conventions, and archiving for all raw and final photo and video assets Make real-time technical and creative decisions in high-visibility and shipboard environments, delivering same-day and real-time news cycle turnarounds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Broadcasting, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a closely related creative field; OR four (4) years of equivalent professional experience with a professional portfolio and industry experience Active Secret security clearance Professional portfolio demonstrating creative direction, cinematography, lighting, audio capture, and post-production work Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, including motion graphics and color correction and grading Expert working knowledge of video codecs (e.g., H.264, ProRes), file containers, compression settings, and delivery specifications for web, social media, and broadcast Ability to transport, set up, and operate professional camera, lighting, and audio equipment in dynamic maritime and field environments Willingness to travel occasionally within the continental U.S. and overseas (CONUS/OCONUS) to support operational taskings Benefits at Red Carrot: Training and Development – Tuition reimbursement and professional trainings for eligible employees. Healthcare – Top-tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) Plan – 401(k)-retirement and Roth plan with company matching and no vesting period. Profit Sharing – Discretionary profit-sharing plan to all eligible employees after one year of employment.

Paid Time Off: Provides flexible work hours, paid time off, and 11 federal holidays.

About Us: Red Carrot is an award-winning, woman-owned small business built for the complexity of federal government work. We partner with clients to advance their goals — powered by a team fueled by passion, backed by intelligence, and grounded in expertise. From day one, we've applied industrial engineering principles and data analytics to solve complex problems with precision. Our approach is research-centric, data-informed, and audience-oriented — and it's how we deliver work that actually moves the needle. We exist to strengthen the organizations and communities we serve through trusted, purposeful communication. That's not a tagline — it's the standard we hold ourselves to on every engagement. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, with a strong and growing presence in Washington, D.C., our team works with clients across the country. Distance doesn't dilute our service. We build capacity where our clients need it, delivering Strategic Communications, Customer Experience, Management Consulting, and Human Capital Solutions that fit their mission — and their moment. We're the partner organizations turn to when communication challenges are real, the stakes are high, and the work has to matter.